On January 29, the Minimum Wage for 2025 was announced, setting it at €1,184 per month over 14 payments. This represents a 4.4% increase compared to the previous year.
The new wage will be backdated to January 1, 2025, and is expected to have a major impact on the Spanish economy and millions of workers.
Who will benefit?
According to estimates from Comisiones Obreras (CCOO), the wage increase will benefit about 2.1 million workers:
- 1.8 million full-time employees (11.8% of the total workforce)
- 263,000 part-time workers (a conservative estimate)
The actual number could be even higher, especially among part-time workers, as their average hourly wages tend to be lower.
Who will be most affected?
A CCOO study shows that the wage increase will have the biggest impact on certain groups:
- Women: 15.6% will see a direct benefit.
- Young workers (16-34 years old): 17.2% will be affected.
- Temporary workers: 17.4% will benefit from the increase.
Which sectors and jobs will be most affected?
- Sectors: Agriculture (38.7%), personal services (29%), retail and hospitality (19.3%).
- Jobs: Low-skilled roles (28%) and workers in hospitality, personal services, security, and retail (21.7%).
This increase in the minimum wage is a key step toward better working conditions for low-wage workers, especially in sectors that have traditionally been underpaid.
The impact is expected to be especially significant for women, young workers, and those on temporary contracts, helping to narrow wage gaps in the Spanish labor market.
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